Processor     
-Intel Core2 Quad Processor Q9000 (6MB L2Cache, 2.0GHz, 1066MHz FSB)
or
-Intel Core2 Duo Processor T9400 (6MB cache, 2.53GHz, 1066MHz FSB)
or
-Intel Core2 Duo Processor T6400 (2MB cache, 2.0GHz, 800MHz FSB)
or
-Intel Core2 Duo Processor T5800 (2MB L2 cache, 2.0GHz, 800MHz FSB)
or
-Intel Core2 Duo Processor P8400 (3MB L2 cache, 2.26GHz, 1066MHz FSB)
or
-Intel Core2 Duo Processor P7350 (3MB L2 cache, 2.0GHz, 1066MHz FSB)

Chipset    
-Mobile Intel PM45 Express

Memory    
-4GB (2GB installed in each of two memory slots) DDR3 1066 SDRAM

Storage    
-Up to 500GB* SATA hard disk drive, 5400RPM
-Integrated variable-speed Super-Multi drive:
-Read - 24X CD-ROM, 24X CD-R, 24X CD-RW, 8X DVD-ROM, 8X DVD-R, 8X DVD+R, 6X DVD-ROM DL (double-layer), 6X DVD-R DL (double-layer), 6X DVD+R DL (double-layer), 6X DVD-RW, 6X DVD+RW, 5X DVD-RAM
-Write - 24X CD-R, 16X CD-RW, 8X DVD-R, 8X DVD+R, 4X DVD-R DL (double-layer), 4X DVD+R DL (double-layer), 6X DVD-RW, 8X DVD+RW, 5X DVD-RAM
or
-Integrated variable-speed Blu-ray Disc drive / Super-Multi drive combo:
-Read - 24X CD-ROM, 24X CD-R, 24X/16X CD-RW, 8X DVD-ROM, 8X DVD-R, 8X DVD+R, 6X/4X DVD-ROM DL (double-layer), 6X/4X DVD-R DL (double-layer), 6X/4X DVD+R DL (double-layer), 6X/4X DVD-RW, 6X/4X DVD+RW, 5X DVD-RAM, 2X BD-ROM, 2X BD-R, 2X BD-RE, 2X BD-ROM DL (double-layer), 2X/1.6X BD-R DL (double-layer), 2X BD-RE DL (double-layer)
-Write - 16X/8X CD-R, 10X/4X CD-RW, 8X DVD-R, 8X DVD+R, 4X DVD-RW, 4X DVD+RW, 5X DVD-RAM, 4X/2.4X DVD+R DL (double-layer), 4X/2X DVD-R DL (double-layer)
-6-in-1 card reader supports optional MultiMediaCard, MMCplus, Secure Digital card, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO or xD-Picture Card
-Optional external USB 1.44MB* diskette drive
-*When referring to storage capacity, GB stands for one billion bytes and MB stands for one million bytes. Some utilities may indicate varying storage capacities. Total user-accessible capacity may vary depending on operating environments.

Video    
-Acer CineCrystal full HD 18.4" WUXGA (1920 x 1080) TFT LCD
or
-Acer CineCrystal HD+ 18.4" WXGA+ (1680 x 945) TFT LCD
-16:9 aspect ratio, 8ms high-definition response time
-Discrete NVIDIA GeForce 9700M GT graphics (512MB dedicated GDDR3 VRAM memory, up to 1791MB shared system memory)
or
-Discrete NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT (512MB dedicated GDDR3 VRAM memory, up to 1791MB shared system memory)
-Windows Media Video 9 (VC-1 standard) and H.264 support
-MPEG-2 DVD decoding
-Acer Video Conference with integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam supporting Acer PrimaLite and PureZone technologies
-VGA, DisplayPort and HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) with HDCP (high-bandwidth digital-content protection) support ports
-Up to 16.7 million colors
-Support for simultaneous display on notebook LCD and external monitor

Audio    
-Acer CineSurround with five integrated stereo speakers and one Acer Tuba CineBass booster supporting low-frequency effects
-Acer PureZone technology with two integrated stereo microphones featuring beam forming, echo cancellation and noise suppression technologies
-Optimized second-generation Dolby Home Theater audio enhancement
-True 5.1-channel surround-sound output
-Headphones/speaker/line-out with SPDIF support, microphone-in, line-in and RF-in, ports
-Microsoft DirectSound compatibility
-Acer CineDash media console with volume control

Interface Ports    
-DC-in
-RJ-11 modem
-RJ-45 LAN
-VGA
-DisplayPort
-Headphones/speaker/line-out with SPDIF support
-Microphone-in
-Line-in
-RF-in
-eSATA
-HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) with HDCP (high-bandwidth digital-content protection) support
-CIR (consumer infrared)
-Four USB 2.0

Card Slots    
-ExpressCard/54 slot
-6-in-1 card reader supports optional MultiMediaCard, MMCplus, Secure Digital card, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO or xD-Picture Card

Communications    
-Intel Wireless WiFi Link network connection supporting 802.11a/b/g/Draft N wireless LAN, Acer SignalUp technology for enhanced antenna efficiency
-Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR (enhanced data rate) wireless PAN (select models only)
-Gigabit LAN, Wake-on-LAN ready
-V.92 56Kbps* data/fax modem, PTT (postal, telegraph, telephone) certified in select countries, Wake-on-Ring ready
-Acer Video Conference with integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam supporting Acer PrimaLite and PureZone technologies
-*Download speeds are limited to 53Kbps. Actual speeds may vary depending on line conditions. Uploads travel at speeds up to 33.6Kbps. Requires compatible digital sources.

Included Software    
-Acer Bio-Protection
-Acer Crystal Eye
-Acer Empowering Technology (eAudio, eRecovery, eSettings, ePower)
-Acer GridVista
-Acer InstantOn Arcade
-Acer Launch Manager
-Acer Video Conference Manager
-Adobe Acrobat Reader
-CyberLink PowerDirector (30-day trial)
-McAfee Internet Security Suite (60-day trial)
-Microsoft Works 8.5 (full version)
-Microsoft Office Home & Student 2007 (60-day trial)
-NTI Media Maker*
-*OEM, not full-featured, version.

User Interface    
-105-key keyboard, inverted T cursor layout, standard numeric keypad, hotkey controls, 2.5mm minimum key travel, international language support
-12 function, four cursor, two Microsoft Windows keys; independent US dollar and Euro keys
-Empowering Key
-Web browser, e-mail, WLAN, Bluetooth (select models only) easy-launch buttons
-Acer CineDash media console with Acer Arcade, volume up/down meter, menu navigation (enter/back/left/right), media control (play/pause, stop, previous, next, fast forward, rewind), mute and hold keys
-Touchpad with four-way integrated scroll button and Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader

Dimensions & Weight    
-17.4" (441.4mm) W x 11.8" (300.0mm) D x 1.6" - 1.7” (40.2mm – 44.2mm) H
-9.0 lb. (4.1kg)
-Size and weight may vary depending on configuration

Power    
-90-watt AC adapter
-Eight-cell lithium ion battery: up to 2.5 hours life depending on configuration and usage (may be reduced if Windows Vista Aero is enabled); 2.0 hours recharge time with power off, 3.0 hours with power on, 80% charge in 1.0 hour

Security Features    
-User, administrator and hard drive BIOS passwords
-Kensington lock slot
-Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader


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